Suspension Related Problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Spectra

Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Spectra. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension (one problem).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Spectra

The Front Suspension problem

While driving the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and didn't change gears. The vehicle accelerated into full throttle. (two accidents had occurred due to these failures) ts the front end alignment had pulled to the left, the check engine light and the transmission had become inoperative. Scc   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

While coming around a bend into traffic vehicle's rear end commenced to jerk/pull, and rear end hit a sign. The cause of this problem was still undetermined. Neither dealer or manufacturer were notified.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problem

While driving 55 mph a knocking noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle. Mechanic determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.   Read details...


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